1962 Vauxhall VX4 vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1968 ZAZ 966 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,505 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (38 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1968 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (72 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | ZAZ |
| Model | VX4 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1505 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2170 mm |
